The mission of the human nutrition program is to prepare graduates to positively influence and support specific health challenges and promote overall well-being by integrating biochemical and physiological science knowledge with evidence-based strategies that link to integrative and preventative nutrition-based interventions.

Program Objectives

Provides access to a well-known, respected, comprehensive graduate degree program in nutrition by offering weekend and online programs that avoid ìnterruptìng work schedules

Cultìvates awareness of nutritional science and clinical intervention practices that enhance student learning and advance the principles of the profession

Fosters collaborative relationships within the division of health sciences, the University and the community that provide opportunities to integrate the benefits of nutrition

Supports alumni with resources and opportunities for lifelong learning and career enhancement

Facilitates competency development through new innovations in curriculum delivery and expanded content

Program Outcomes are:

Promote and support awareness of the benefits of optimal nutrition to health and overall well-being

Integrate biochemical and physiological science knowledge with nutritional evidence-based interventions and competent decision-making to prevent, positively influence and support various health challenges

Exhibit professional behavior that is ethical, collaborative and culturally sensitive